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Best tech at SEMA 2009

The 2009 SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in Las Vegas is more than just hot cars, crazy paint schemes and ridiculously low rides, there's also plenty of high-tech aftermarket equipment around.

Nokia N97

The N97 features class-leading specs matched with outstanding design and build, but it loses marks for the Symbian platform that desperately needs an overhaul to stay competitive.

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Reviews

  • LG BD370

    Cheap and very cheerful, the LG BD370 Blu-ray player is a fantastically optioned piece of blue laser finery, and a new benchmark for budget players.

  • Denon AVR-789

    The Denon AVR-789 sounds great and is fully featured, but isn't the easiest receiver to set up and use.

  • Denon AVR-1909

    The Denon AVR-1909 sounds great and is fully featured, but isn't the easiest receiver to set up and use.

  • Toshiba HD-XE1

    For getting the very best out of HD-DVDs, you really can't go wrong with the Toshiba HD-XE1.

  • i-Vision 922 video glasses

    These quirky virtual display specs are fun and attention-grabbing, but the price exceeds the novelty value.

  • Mitsubishi HC3000

    Despite limited installation flexibility, the Mitsubishi HC3000 is one of the best values in DLP front projectors available today.

  • Xbox 360

    The first 'next generation' console to hit Australia, the Xbox 360 promises plenty of extras aside from gaming. Should you rush out and buy one? Read our extensive Australian review to find out.

  • Samsung WriteMaster SE-W164 USB 2.0 drive

    The no-frills WriteMaster SE-W164C isn't the fastest DVD burner around, but its decent overall performance and reasonable price make it a solid choice for casual users.

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Features

  • Blu-ray: Everything you need to know

    In 2009, it seems that Blu-ray is finally ready for the mainstream. But what exactly is it, what does it do, and is it right for you?

  • HDMI 1.3 - is it worth waiting for?

    HDMI 1.3 is touted as a major enhancement of the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) specification. John Falcone looks at what it offers, and whether you should hold off purchases until AV gear with this HDMI update is more widely available.

  • Ultimate iPod accessories

    Whether you're looking to transform the iPod into a fully functional stereo or just want to wrap it in a cool, scratch-resistant casing, you'll find the answer here.

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  • Xbox 360 unveiled, and it's coming next year

    Microsoft has officially taken the wraps off the Xbox 360, its next generation console that features a sleek new design, a detachable hard drive and more than a teraflop of processing power.

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DIYs and How-to

  • CNET's glossary of music terms

    Confused by the jargon? Our glossary will help explain commonly used terms related to digital music.

  • TV buying guide

    Whether you want a new bedroom set or a massive home-theatre centrepiece, our CNET editors' guide gives you the full picture on shopping for a new TV.

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